The decision to ligate a functional arteriovenous fistula (AVF) after kidney transplantation should be based on several factors. Generally, it is not recommended to ligate a functional AVF post successful kidney transplantation, as it can provide valuable vascular access for hemodialysis in case of ...

The decision to preserve or ligate an AVF after renal transplantation should take into account the function of the kidney transplant in addition to the effect of the AVF on cardiac function. Episodes of acute rejection and delayed graft function correlate with poor kidney transplant survival and sug...